Big East play continues Friday night as St. John’s travels to Newark to face Seton Hall at Prudential Center. The Red Storm enter the contest with a 24-6 record and have been one of the top teams in the conference, averaging more than 84 points per game while climbing the league standings late in the season. Seton Hall has quietly put together a strong year as well, sitting at 20-10 and positioning itself near the top half of the Big East after finishing near the bottom a season ago. Find out who I think will win this St. John’s vs Seton Hall matchup with my prediction below.
Our St. John’s vs Seton Hall Pick
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Confidence: 3 out of 5
Game Snapshot
- Matchup: St. John’s Red Storm @ Seton Hall Pirates
- Date & Time: Friday, March 6, 9:00 PM ET
- Venue: Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey
- Broadcast: FOX Sports 1
Key Storylines
St. John’s arrives in Newark riding strong form, having won four of its last five games. The Red Storm have relied on a balanced attack that features efficient interior scoring and solid ball movement. Their offense ranks among the best in the conference and consistently creates open looks.
Seton Hall has also shown improvement late in the season. After struggling in conference play a year ago, the Pirates have rebounded to post a winning record in Big East games. Playing on senior night in front of a home crowd could provide an emotional boost, and the Pirates have already proven they can keep games close against top opponents.
Another storyline is tempo. St. John’s prefers a faster pace and scores in transition, while Seton Hall leans on defense and half-court offense. The team that controls the rhythm will likely control the outcome.
Key Players
Seton Hall Pirates
- Adam Clark leads the Pirates backcourt and averages 12.7 points and 4.7 assists per game. His ability to create offense and handle pressure defense will be critical against St. John’s aggressive perimeter defenders.
- Stephon Payne anchors the frontcourt and averages 7.2 rebounds per game. His presence on the glass gives Seton Hall second-chance opportunities and helps limit opponents inside.
- Najai Hines provides rim protection, averaging 2.1 blocks per game. His ability to challenge shots will be important against a St. John’s team that scores efficiently near the basket.
St. John’s Red Storm
- Zuby Ejiofor has been the centerpiece of the Red Storm offense, averaging 16.2 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game. His inside scoring and passing ability make him difficult for defenses to contain.
- Dillon Mitchell adds defensive activity and averages 1.4 steals per game, giving the Red Storm another weapon on the perimeter.
Stat Comparison
| Stat | St. John’s | Seton Hall |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 82.2 | 70.5 |
| Points allowed per game | 70.7 | 64.7 |
| Team Field Goal % | 45% | 44% |
| Rebounds per game | 39.0 | 35.7 |
| Assists per game | 16.4 | 13.2 |
Head-to-Head & Betting Trends
- Past meetings this season: St. John’s defeated Seton Hall 65-60 in their earlier matchup this season.
- ATS records this season: St. John’s 16-12-1 ATS, Seton Hall 18-12 ATS.
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